EXTERNAL / INTERNAL

VACANCY: Restoring Family Links Field Officer 1 (RFL FO1)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral and independent international humanitarian organization, which assists and protects victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence. The ICRC is currently looking for staff for its support operations in Iraq.

ICRC offers:

• By joining our organization, you will have an opportunity to practice your profession in stimulating, complex and sometimes challenging environments, where your work can really make a difference.
• You will work with colleagues from various fields of expertise in a cross-cutting manner to help victims of conflict and other situations of violence. You will be dealing with humanitarian situations that require experience, resourcefulness and innovation to achieve the best possible impact.
• You will work for the oldest major international humanitarian organization in the world, adding to your sense of achievement in alleviating the suffering of people and communities and giving you the chance to promote humanitarian values in these turbulent times
• You will benefit from a competitive employment package, including different possibilities for career and personal development. You will take part in an onboarding course and follow continuous training, to build your career within the ICRC and beyond.
• Competitive compensation package, a monthly salary with benefits including (13th salary, International Retirement Saving Plan (IRSP), medical coverage, life insurance, mobility allowance and social security scheme).

Job Title: Restoring Family Links Field Officer 1 (RFL FO1).

Level: B1

Duty Station: Iraq – Kirkuk

Reports to: Protection Team Leader

Duration of Contract: One-year Fixed-Term Contract (with the possibility of renewal based on needs and performance).

Date of Issue: 3^rd July 2022

Deadline for applications: 17^th July 2022

Objective:

The Restoring Family Links Field Officer 1 (RFL FO1) is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of ICRC RFL activities within the relevant area of responsibility, through following-up the treatment of specific PFL (Protection of Family Links) files, in accordance with the working procedures, and under the direct supervision of the Protection Team Leader, and the Head of Tracing. As part of the RFL team, the RFL Field Officer will be directly in contact with families of the missing and relevant interlocutors in the clarification of the fate of missing persons.

Key Responsibilities: 

  Under the direct supervision of the Protection Team Leader and functional support of head of tracing, the incumbent will undertake the following responsibilities:

• Supports the overall design and implementation of ICRC protecting and restoring family links (RFL) activities at the sub-Delegation.
• The RFL FO prepares, conducts and participates in all aspects of field trips conducting PFL activities, and coordinates with the branch of the Iraqi Red Crescent Society (IRCS) to follow up on joint RFL activities.
• Maintaining accurate filing and archiving system of the tracing office data, in line with the relevant internal guidelines, and analyzing and providing data and statistics will be a part of the daily activities.
• The RFL FO will work with the different ICRC departments, families of the missing, relevant authorities and other actors as needed.
• Collects, compiles and translates RFL-related information/documents, paying due attention to staff risk management requirements and ensuring that confidentiality is respected.
• Develops and maintains contact with municipal authorities, community leaders, branch of the Iraqi Red Crescent Society (IRCS), and local population, and others as relevant.
• Analyses data and contributes to written internal reports related to RFL activities in the area of responsibility.
• Fosters a constructive working environment (multidisciplinary approach, good team dynamics) among team members.

Education and Professional Experience required:

• High school qualification or professional diploma.
• Good knowledge of spoken and written English and Arabic is essential, other local languages are assets.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and SharePoint.
• Previous experience in social work or similar filed.

Key Competencies:

• Accountability
• Beneficiary and Client focused
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Representing the ICRC
• Leadership

All qualified and interested candidates should forward their applications with a detailed updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating email and phone contacts with a minimum of two professional references, a cover letter stating why you think you have the necessary skills and qualifications for the said job opportunity and your salary expectations. Clearly marked to (kir_hr_services@icrc.org) with the subject line: SURNAME First Name/ Vacancy title.

• Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Applications will only be accepted with valid residency and work permit in Iraq.
• The successful candidate will undergo a three months’ probation period.

NB: If you have not heard from us by a Month of receiving your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

No Fee:

ICRC DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, OR PROCESSING).